CHECK the mics and tune up the vocal chords – Australian Idol wants to hear from you Port Macquarie. The much-loved reality singing TV show has been uncovering some of the country’s most formidable musical geniuses since 2003 and, for the first time ever, Channel 7 wants to hear the incredible talent this region has […]
Ray Vasukinausori, Tarai Kubukawa and Semi Kubunavanua rolled up their sleeves to help rebuild lives and communities. Photo: supplied. Ray Vasukinausori and Tarai Kubukawa install new windows as they rebuild homes one frame at a time. Photo: supplied. SAMARITAN’S Purse officially wrapped-up more than 9000 hours of hands-on flood disaster response, on […]
Deputy Local Commander Garry Whitaker, Port Macquarie. Photos: supplied. Acting Deputy Operations Manager Natalie Boyd, Taree. Volunteer Lifesaver Georgia Gaddes, South West Rocks. Volunteer Lifesaver Taylah Moffitt, Crescent Head. Deputy Director Member Services Nicole Crowe, Camden Haven. FIVE Mid North Coast rescuers have been named as finalists in the 2025 NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community […]
ŽAŽA Semchyshyn, 15, recently competed at the Elevate Eisteddfod in Sydney, winning the Most Outstanding Performance in her age category (15-18yrs). It was for her contemporary vocal performance of Sarah Bareilles’ song, “She Used to Be Mine” from the musical “Waitress”. The eisteddfod focuses on self improvement and growth, offering workshops and industry support to […]
FLOOD-AFFECTED communities of the Mid North Coast came together to rally for Category D disaster funding at Kempsey Racecourse on Sunday 29 June. Residents, farmers and business owners united in a call for urgent recovery support, including increased flood relief payments for primary producers from $25,000 to the maximum $75,000. A free community BBQ, provided […]
Elsa and Dave on the airwaves.
BORN and raised in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, Elsa Barbosa arrived on Australian shores in 1983 aged just 17. “I cried all the way on the plane,” she said. “I was leaving my friends behind and it was so hard.” Despite that tough start in Australia, Elsa always had a strong desire to help […]
The deck came alive with dancing for the birthday celebration.
Rohan Smith, Neroli Reid, Roselyn Winwood-Smith and Bruce Hardy. The deck came alive with dancing for the birthday celebration. ROCK ‘N’ ROLL tunes, sea breezes and 60 smiling faces filled the deck of Port AdVenture Cruises on Sunday, 15 June, as four much-loved locals celebrated a combined 300 years of life. The two 70-year-olds and […]
Paul and Amy are ready for chats, games and a feed by the smiley bus. Photo: supplied.
Paul and Amy are ready for chats, games and a feed by the smiley bus. Photo: supplied. Social worker and co-founder of 4YP Paul Condon. Photo: supplied. Amy Trotter is all smiles for the youth program. Photo: supplied. LOCAL teenagers across the Hastings region are finding a new source of connection, support, and fun, all […]
NEW data reveals rates of domestic violence, sexual assault and retail theft have increased in NSW over the last two years. The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) has released its latest report on 13 major criminal offences. Stealing from a motor vehicle was the only major offence to show a significant decline […]
Rev. Dan Berris at St Thomas’ Church. Photo: supplied.
Rev. Dan Berris at St Thomas’ Church. Photo: supplied. Fr Paul Gooley at St Agnes’ Church. Photo: supplied. TWO of Port Macquarie’s historic churches, St Agnes’ Catholic Church and St Thomas’ Anglican Church, will combine for a luminous night of creativity, community, and Christian unity at this year’s ArtWalk. On Friday 4 July from 5pm […]
